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Learn to Skate
Learn to Skate
The Penguins Skating Academy is proud to host Learn to Skate USA, the only learn to skate curriculum endorsed by USA Hockey. Our certified coaches offer year round classes with small ratios and interactive lesson plans for all levels. Register today for the class that best fits your skater's individual goals and let the fun begin while developing a strong skating foundation.
Classes are open to all skaters 3 years or older. Those younger than three may inquire about availability. All first time skaters should register for Snowplow Sam 1. If they meet the class standards they will be moved to the next class.
Registration
First, become a member of Learn to Skate USA. All participants must become a member of Learn to Skate USA annually.
Learn to Skate USA Registration
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Follow the steps to register your child and obtain your USA member number. There is a $17.25 fee for becoming a member which is good for 1 year.
Second, register for your Learn to Skate class.
Summer 2024
Monday
June 10 – August 5 (9 weeks)
Registration live Thursday, May 16
- 5:35 - 6:05pm, Basic 1-4, Snowplow Sam 1 & 2
- 6:05 - 6:35pm, Hockey 1-4, Snowplow Sam 1
- Fee: $189 (includes skate rental)
- June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5
Saturday
June 15 – August 3 (6 weeks)
Registration live Thursday, May 16
- 8:00 - 8:30am, Basic 1-4, Snowplow Sam 1& 2
- 8:35 - 9:05am, Hockey 1-4, Adult Learn to Skate, Pre-Free
- Fee: $126 (includes skate rental)
- June 15, 22, 29, July 13, 27, August 3
Spring 2024
Tuesday
April 2 – June 4 (10 weeks)
Registration live February 28
- 5:40pm - 6:10pm, Basic 1-4, Snowplow Sam 1 & 2
- 6:10pm - 6:40pm, Hockey 1-4, Snowplow Sam 1
- Fee: $210 (includes skate rental)
- April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4
Saturday
April 20 – June 8 (5 weeks)
Registration live February 28
- 8:00 - 8:30am, Basic 1-4, Snowplow Sam 1& 2
- 8:35 - 9:05am, Hockey 1-4, Adult Learn to Skate, Pre-Free
- Fee: $105 (includes skate rental)
- April 20, May 11, 25, June 1, 8
Daytime Schedule - Weekday Waddlers
Join us for our daytime learn to skate program. After class enjoy a healthy snack from the Training Table or watch some hockey.
Summer 2024
Monday
June 10 – August 5 (7 weeks)
Registration live Thursday, May 16
- 11:20 - 11:50am
- 11:50 - 12:20pm
- Fee: $147 (includes skate rental)
- June 10, 17, 24, July 15, 22, 29, August 5
Spring 2024
Tuesday
April 2 – June 4 (9 weeks)
Registration live February 28
- 11:00am - 11:30am
- 11:30pm - 12:00pm
- Fee: $189 (includes skate rental)
- April 2, 9, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4
Wednesday
April 3 – June 5 (9 weeks)
Registration live February 28
- 11:15am - 11:45am
- 11:45am - 12:15pm
- Fee: $189 (includes skate rental)
- April 3, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, June 5
Thursday
April 4 - June 6 (8 weeks)
Registration live February 28
- 12:30pm - 1:00pm
- 1:00pm -1:30pm
- Fee: $168 (includes skate rental)
- April 4, 11, 25, May 2, 9, 23, 30, June 6
New Software - Helpful Hints
How to Register:
1.Create an account
2.Add family members
3.Select a category on the left
- Register – Click here to register for any training sessions, multi-week, single day, camps, etc
- Leagues – 4 on 4 youth league, adult league, etc
- Drop-In Events – another way to search for date specific training, skating and skills training, public skate, etc
- Scroll to the date you are interested in training on to view available sessions
- Membership/Passes – to purchase a 6, 12 or 24 pass of skating and skills sessions
- Purchase the pass first - Click add pass, select participant at the top, then select your pass, once the pass is purchased
- Select classes to participate in and apply your pass at checkout
Link to register: https://apps.dashplatform.com/pr/dash/x/#/online/penguins/login?noAutoLogin=1
It's cold on the ice, don't forget to bundle up!
We recommended the following clothing to keep your child safe and warm!
- Hockey or bike helmet
- Snow pants/ snow suit or swishy pants - please no jeans as they are difficult to move it.
- Gloves
- High/thin socks
- Jacket
- Hockey equipment may be worn but is not required.
Sessions
Fall - September - October
Winter - November - December
Winter II - January - February
Spring - March - April
Spring II - May - June
Summer - July - August
Questions?
Contact skating@pittsburghpenguins.com with questions.
